North Carolina’s Health Equity Impact Assessment reports
The Mecklenburg County Public Health (North Carolina) Tobacco Prevention and Control Team partnered with Counter Tools to publish a Health Equity Impact Assessment report that examines the implications of tobacco retail policies in North Carolina, specifically Tobacco 21 and a tobacco retail permitting system. The report was developed through a health equity framework with a [More]
The Surge of Illegal E-cigarettes: How Can We Respond?
E-cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, are electronic devices that heat liquid and produce aerosol. These devices are the most popular commercial tobacco product among youth, typically contain nicotine, and come in several enticing flavors including candy, fruit, and menthol, making them highly addictive and dangerous. Findings from the 2024 National Youth Tobacco Survey report that among youth who [More]
